Requiescant in Pace Mick was generous, outgoing and gregarious and a very likable man, with a little bit of villainous about him. He was a good all-rounder not only in sport but academically. He played in most first teams, rugby and cricket, and was in the swimming team. Mick seemed to be always smiling and never had a bad word to say about anyone. He was popular with everyone and a shining example of a Jesuit-educated boy. His nickname was ‘Milky’, aptly named because of his white ‘milky’ hair (not grey!) Michael will be sorely missed by many of his friends from Riverview and the Pharmaceutical field. There were three generations of Cliffords who owned the Tumut Pharmacy—a highly respected and liked family. He leaves behind his loving and dedicated wife Anne, children Sam, Fi and Lu, a brother and sister and many grandchildren. RIP my dear friend. Terry A Pfafflin OR54
Anthony Christopher Coombes (OR54) died on 10 June 2013 in Toronto, Ontario.
Lloyd Patrick Ryan (OR56) died
on 31 August 2013. Husband of Sally and father of Justin (OR87). Lloyd commenced at Riverview as a boarder from Wagga Wagga in 1956. In his starting year he was a standout breakaway in our Third Division Black colour team and was instrumental in taking us through the Colour competition undefeated. He also played in the 13A team that year and was a member of A teams until his ability saw him play for the 1st XV. Lloyd’s tenacity, in spite of his comparatively small stature, saw him attain a high level of achievement in rugby, rowing and athletics and earned the highest respect from his fellow competitors and opponents. In military terms, you would like to have him with you ‘in the trenches’. He was quick-witted, gracious, thoughtful, mindful of others. He never shirked his responsibility and
was a whole-hearted and constructive contributor. In later years, Lloyd’s presence on the OIU golf tours organised by Tony Clark was looked forward to and appreciated, his comments in discussions around the dinner table inevitably added life to the evening’s procedures. Though his mobility was often restricted, he participated on the golf course wholeheartedly and fairly. Lloyd spent virtually all of his life after school in and around Wagga Wagga, where he was well respected by not just his beloved Wagga Waratahs team-mates, but by the community. He was a very successful grazier, stock breeder, trader and dealer and his opinions in those areas were highly sought after. Lloyd’s funeral at Saint Michael’s Cathedral in Wagga Wagga on 5 September 2013 was well attended by quite a diverse selection of people, all paying tribute to a man who will be sadly missed but fondly remembered. Many of Lloyd’s former class and schoolmates from Riverview attended to pay him the respect he so highly deserved. He is survived by his devoted and caring wife Sally, his daughters Victoria, Georgina and Emma-Kate and by his son Justin (OR87) and their families. Paul Sheridan (OR56)
James (Darcy) Hall (OR59)
died on 1 November 2013. Much loved husband of Lindy; loving father and father-in-law of Matthew (OR85) and Melinda, Samantha and Les, Chris (OR96) and Katie; loving grandfather of Jackson, Aubrie, Danica and Heidi; brother of Felicity, Mary, Robert and Michael.
John Joseph (OR69), died on 12
August aged 62. Husband of Annie. Father of Andrew (OR2000), David (OR2002), Tom (OR2004) and Lucy. Bother of Vincent (OR67) and Glen (OR72). He was related to the many Josephs who were at Riverview from the 1940s.
Richard (Rick) Randell (OR73)
died on 26 November 2013 in Brisbane. After leaving school, Rick studied accountancy part time whilst working at Colgate’s in Balmain. Soon after marrying in 1982 at Saint Ignatius’ College, Riverview he and Donna moved to Brisbane where they raised their four boys Damien, Matthew, Thomas and Cameron, who all attended St Joseph’s College (Gregory Terrace) with distinction.
Rick continued working as an accountant in Brisbane, the last 16 years being at Rivermount College where he become Bursar. Rick attended many Riverview reunions held in Brisbane, and the Class reunions in Sydney including his 40th in August just gone which he enjoyed immensely in spite of his illness. Rick is universally remembered by his classmates as having a great sense of humour, being a true gentleman, a gentle and good man, and are proud to be counted as his friends. Richard’s two sisters are Barbara Mulcahy (son Nick OR2011) and Virginia Greiner (son Simon OR98) who also have a long association with Riverview.
Daniel Kevin Batty (OR88)
died on 17 June 2012. Husband of Kerry and father of Alexia and Mitchell. Daniel went to University in Launceston Tasmania to study Air Sciences, and went on to become an Air Traffic Controller. After graduating he came home and spent some months at Sydney Airport, and was then transferred to Melbourne Airport, where he met his wife, and lived until his death in 2012.
Stephen Michael Haine (OR93) died on 5 January 2013. Son of Cleo and Michael, brother of Marnie and Ashley (OR91).
Oliver James Fox (OR2006) died on 18 October 2013. Son of Liz and Noel (OR74); brother of Sebastian (OR2008).
The College extends its sympathy to all members of the Riverview family who have lost loved ones. While every care is taken with the accuracy of these obituaries we cannot accept responsibility for errors in material provided in good faith.